Location: Heraklion
Top Things to do in Heraklion
Top Restaurants in Heraklion
The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in Heraklion, Crete
Heraklion (/hɪˈrækliən/; Greek: Ηράκλειο, Irákleio, pronounced [iˈraklio]) is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete. It is the fourth largest city in Greece. According to the results of the 2011 census, the population of the city proper was 140,730 inhabitants, the municipality's was 173,993 while the Heraklion urban area has a population of 225,574 and it extends over an area of 684.3 km (264.2 sq mi).
Restaurants in Heraklion
1. Mayaba Store
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Mayaba Store, a vibrant place full of wonders!Unusual art presents, compasses, signs, trumpets, furniture, boxes, colorful lamps, antiques and an endless number of things throughout nature from all over the world. For you and your friends back to your country. Mayaba store is a great break option during your tour in the city, since it’s located in the most commercial street of the city center, close to Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Enjoy your trip!
2. Antonella Boutique
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Q3931MU_
Impeccable Service and fantastice clothes and shoes for both men and women! Must visit if you are at Iraklio Crete!!!
3. Spirit of Greece
4. Odusseas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
5. Skales
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
In our little local business you can find items of local artists as well as antiquities and silver creations. Everything we sell is made here in Crete with patience, love and artistry. Everything at our store is one of a kind and we are sure to have something to fit anyone's taste. We hope to make your acquintance soon. Antonis & Georgia Chatzidaki, store owners.
6. Eli's Ceramic Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Anastasiabop
Absolutely beautiful store with everything so unique and gentle feeling. Owners have amazing smiles! They are very generous and so happy to help with any sorts of questions. When coming to Heraklion you should certainly go and see what they have to offer.
7. Kosmima - Gold & Silver
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Kosmima - Gold & Silver is a family-owned and operated jewelry store located in the center of Heraklion at the Archeological Museum Square. We specialize in silver and gold jewelry and many handmade items that are designed and produced by us since 1987!!
Reviewed By lydia1019 - Crete, Greece
Wonderful experience! Kosmima is a great place to buy traditional and modern jewelry. I bought a handmade necklace designed and made by the owner of the shop and I’m very happy for buying such a unique piece. I definitely recommend you to visit Kosmima, because they have a plethora of options to choose from, shop assistants are very kind and helpful and the prices are very low!!
8. Zalo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
ZALO means a step, in the local dialect of Crete. This is exactly what the ZALO boutique is about: a step forward to the world of souvenirs. The doors are opened to the public, in order to reinvent the idea of... "something Greek" to bring back home. If you enjoy great design and want to discover real Greek creators, this is the place. We are passionate with design and love Crete.The store offers a range of exquisite, 100% Greek products -from handmade diaries and knowledge games, to homemade cosmetics and pure honey - to remind you of your time here and make you smile. Definitely if you visit the island of Crete it worth a visit this place where you can also learn great tips about the local city life.
Reviewed By Yggdrasill - Warsaw, Poland
Such a great place! If you are fed up with all the 'Greek souvenirs' that were actually produced in China, have a look at Zalo. It will be easy -- going out of The Archaeological Museum just look right, have 1 minute long walk and here it is, the nicest small souvenir shop in Irakleio. All the things you will be able to find there are something different. More classy, chosen with taste, and just pretty. Yes, they are not cheap, as these items are made in Greece, but it is worth it. Find out yourself :).
9. Disegno
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
10. Irida Family Workshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 124 reviews
A local shop behind Astoria Capsis hotel and opposite the archeological museum with traditional handmade pieces from our family workshop and workshops from Greece!!!
Reviewed By mariakB3431DZ - Crete, Greece
I found this beautiful family shop opposite the Archaeological Museum.The owners were very friendly and helpful.I bought some really lovely marble ornaments for my home and a handmade necklace with Phaistos Disc.Should visit again for sure!!
